Pre-Hospital Ultrasound

In conjunction with Tufts Medical Center, two Pro EMS paramedics designed and undertook an innovative project to determine the feasibility of using ultrasound in pre-hospital settings, as well as the amount of training needed to attain competency in the field. The goal of this research was to determine whether ultrasound technology can be deployed successfully in pre-hospital settings, as long as EMTs and paramedics have adequate training.

In November 2012, this project was recognized with an award from the Metropolitan Boston EMS Council (MBEMSC) during the annual awards ceremony for Region IV. The MBEMSC awards recognize the accomplishments of emergency medical services (EMS) providers who have made significant contributions within Region IV, which is comprised of 62 cities and towns in the Metropolitan Boston area, and recognize those striving to improve the delivery of pre-hospital care. There are 14 award categories.

Cambridge, May 15, 2015 — Cambridge Fire Department, along with PRO EMS of Cambridge, have jointly received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline®EMS Silver Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart attacks.

When officers arrive to a medical emergency involving an overdose, it usually means the person is unconscious, according to Acton Police Department Sgt. Edward Lawton, a 22-year veteran of the department and a member of the its drug unit, formed in October 2012.